port hasting operating handbook

Port of Hastings Operating Handbook including Harbour Masters Directions

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Port of Hastings Operating Handbook

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Harbour Masters Directions

December 2013 Edition


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AMENDMENT NOTIFICATION FORM

Suggested amendments:

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Forward by mail to;

Captain Shane Vedamuttu Harbour Master Patrick Ports Hastings PO Box 204 CRIB POINT VICTORIA 3919 E-mail. [email protected]


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1.0 Port of Hastings - Overview 05

1.1 Preamble 05 1.2 Victorian Regional Channels Authority 08 1.3 The Harbour Master 09 1.4 Shipping Control & Communications 10 1.5 Vessel Operations Generally 11 1.6 Port Administration Procedures 13

2.0 Port Information 14

2.1 Port management 14 2.2 Channel Description 14 2.3 Tides and Tidal Information 15 2.4 Harbour Control 15 2.5 Pilotage 16 2.6 Navel Gunnery Range 16 2.7 Berth Particulars 17

3.0 Harbour Masters Directions 20

3.1 Definitions 20 3.2 General Requirements 21 3.3 Anchoring & Mooring 23 3.4 Navigation within Port Waters 26 3.5 Approaches to Port Waters 28 3.6 Vessels engaged in Diving Activities 28 3.7 Small Vessels 29

4.0 Safety & Environmental Requirement 30

4.1 Environmental protection 30 4.2 Port of Hastings requirements 30 4.3 Dangerous Goods 31 4.4 Entry into confined spaces/cargo tanks 37 4.5 Hot work on ships 37 4.6 Hull cleaning 38 4.7 Waste discharge & garbage 39 4.8 Immobilisation of main engines 39 4.9 Discharging flares, rockets & explosives 39 4.10 Vessels engaged in diving operations 40 4.11 Application for regattas, boat races etc 40


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5.0 Emergency Management Procedures 41

5.1 Marine Incidents 41 5.2 Western Port Emergency Management Plan 41 5.3 Reporting of Incident in Port Waters (other than pollution) 42 5.4 Marine Pollution 43 5.5 Emergency Contact Numbers 44

6.0 PORT SECURITY 45

6.1 Information and obligations 45 6.2 Port Security Officer 45 6.3 Harbour Master 46 6.4 Port Security Committee 46 6.5 Responsibilities 46 6.6 Levels of Security Alert 47 6.7 Notification of Security Alert Level 47 6.8 Declarations of Security 47 6.9 Ship Security Certificates 48 6.10 Restricted Zones 48 6.11 Reporting of Security Breaches or Suspicious Behaviour 48

7.0 APPENDICIES 49

Appendix 1 Key Contact Details 49

Appendix 2 Chartlets 50

Appendix 3 Hastings Harbour Control Procedures 55


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1.0 PORT OF HASTINGS OVERVIEW

1.1 PREAMBLE

1.1.1 General Description

The Commercial Port of Hastings is situated in the North Arm of Western Port, a large inlet named by explorers George Bass and Matthew Flinders in 1798 as the most Westward Harbour discovered during their voyage from Sydney. Western Port is more commonly referenced as being 70 km South East of Melbourne.

There are two large islands within Western Port; the larger to the north is French Island with Phillip Island to seaward. The Western Entrance is the main entrance and the only entrance suitable for commercial shipping having a least depth of 14.8 m. The Eastern Entrance is narrow, shallow and suitable only for small Vessels with local knowledge.

Height of tide within the commercial port varies, typically 2.1m at neap tides to 3.4m at springs.

The port facilities namely:-

Stony Point Jetty, Crib Point Jetty and Long Island Point Jetty are owned by the State of Victoria through the Port of Hastings Development Authority.

The Steelworks Jetties and the land adjoining are owned by BlueScope Steel.

The land adjoining the State owned jetties is Crown land vested in the Port of Hastings Development Authority

The Port Waters are the responsibility of the Victorian Regional Channels Authority (VRCA)

On the 1st July 1997 the State of Victoria through the Port of Melbourne Authority awarded a Port Management Agreement to TNT Australia Pty Ltd., a subsidiary of KPN, a Dutch postal company. This included a Channel Operating Agreement with the Victorian Channels Authority and a Lease agreement on the adjoining Crown Lands for ten years with two five year options.

On the 1st December 1997 KPN sold TNT Logistics to TOLL Holdings. The Port of Hastings management company, TNT WesternPort was part of TNT Logistics and became TOLL WesternPort, a part of the Ports Division of TOLL Logistics. In 2006 Toll Holdings Ltd acquired PATRICKS and in June 2007 Toll Holdings Ltd split into two separate companies; ASCIANO was set up to encompass all the infrastructure businesses including the ports. This entailed a name change from Toll WesternPort to Patrick Ports Hastings.


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1.1.2 About this Handbook

This Handbook is intended to provide information and guidance to Ships Masters, Agents and Owners to facilitate the safe and efficient operation of shipping within the Port Waters of the Port of Hastings. The details are correct at the time of publication but may be subject to variation, it has been compiled as a guide only and should not be regarded as a comprehensive coverage of or a substitute for appropriate Acts and Regulations

It provides Port Information on anchorages, channels and berths, tidal information as well as port services details and contacts for the Port of Hastings.

It also provides Harbour Masters Directions for the navigation and operation of Vessels in Port Waters. A section on Safety and Environmental Requirements to be complied with by Vessels in Port Waters and emergency management procedures are also covered.

1.1.3 Revisions & Updates

It is the responsibility of persons using this Handbook to ensure they are referring to the latest edition & any relevant Notice To Mariners which are available on the Victorian Regional Channels Authority website www.regionalchannels.vic.gov.au

A copy of the latest edition of this Handbook can be obtained from the Patrick website: www.patrick.com.au

1.1.4 Disclaimer

PATRICK PORTS HASTINGS (PPH) shall not in any way be or become responsible in law or otherwise to any third party whomsoever for any consequences of any errors in or omissions from this Handbook of whatsoever nature and howsoever occurring nor shall PPH be liable or responsible for any third parties reliance upon any information compiled by PPH and contained in this Handbook.

The information provided in no way whatsoever supersedes or detracts from that available in Admiralty Charts or publications, RAN Hydrographic Charts, Commonwealth or State Acts, ordinances, rules or regulations, or from publications of other relevant organisations, both public and private, and should thus be read not only in conjunction with but also subject to such material, documents and publications.


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1.1.5 Abbreviations

AMSA: Australian Maritime Safety Authority AQIS: Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service COLREGS: Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions

at Sea DHM: Duty Harbour Master. DTPLI: Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure HHC: Hastings Harbour Control MARPOL: The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from

Ships TSV: Transport Safety Victoria PMA Port Management Agreement PPH Patrick Ports Hastings PPSP: Port Phillip Sea Pilots UKC: Under Keel Clearance VRCA: Victorian Regional Channels Authority


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1.2 The Victorian Regional Channels Authority

1.2.3 Role & Responsibility

The Victorian Regional Channels Authority (VRCA) was established under the Port Services Act 1995 (PSA) in April 2004 to manage Victorias regional channels. Its main objective is to ensure that Port Waters and channels in Port Waters are managed for use on a fair and reasonable basis. It was responsible for the commercial navigation channels in the Port Waters of Geelong, Portland and Hastings. It used to own associated navigation aids and other equipment relevant to the operations in Western Port.

Its primary functions are:

Shipping Control Provision of Navigation Aids Dredging of Channels Marine Environment Protection and Safety.

The VRCA has a Channel Operating Agreement as a Schedule to the Port Management Agreement between The Port Of Hastings Development Authority and Patrick Ports Hastings. The Channel Operating Agreement delegates the roles and responsibilities the VRCA has under the Port Services Act for the Port Waters of the Port of Hastings to Patrick Ports Hastings

1.2.4 Jurisdiction This Handbook applies to the Port Waters and associated assets of the Port of Hastings. (See Appendix 3)

1.2.5 Mission Statement The Mission of Patrick Ports Hastings is to manage shipping channels and their use in a safe, fair, reasonable and commercial basis.

In pursuit of its mission, Patrick Ports Hastings will:

Operate a safe and efficient shipping channels operations business Provide a quality service to its customers at a reasonable charge; Manage all assets and liabilities under its control on a prudent basis. Fulfil its obligations under the Port Operating Agreement to manage the Port,

provide port services, and provide an Oil Spill response as directed by the Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure (DTPLI)


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1.3 THE HARBOUR MASTER

1.3.1 Appointment Transport Safety Victoria is empowered under the Marine Safety act 2010, as amended, to licence Harbour Masters and determine standards for the training of Harbour Masters.

Pursuant to the PSA, the Port Operator must appoint a licensed Harbour Master.

1.3.2 Powers to Direct The general powers of a Harbour Master are provided under the Marine Safety Act 2010. In summary, a Harbour Master may give directions in respect of:

The time and manner in which a Vessel may enter or leave Port Waters The navigation and movement within those waters The position and manner of anchoring or securing a Vessel in Port Waters The time and manner of taking or discharging cargo, stores, fuel, fresh water or

ballast The securing or removing of a Vessel within those waters Requiring a pilot to remain on board an anchored Vessel The prohibition from entry into or the removal from Port Waters of a Vessel in

imminent danger of sinking.

Harbour Masters Directions given in respect of the Port Waters of Hastings are contained in Section 3 of this Handbook, but may be revised, amended or altered from time to time at the sole discretion of the Harbour Master.

1.3.3 Other Powers In addition to giving Directions a Harbour Master may:-

Board and cause a Vessel to be dealt with as required by the Harbour Master

Authorise a person approved by TSV to exercise the Harbour Masters functions

It is an offence to fail to comply with a direction of or to obstruct a Harbour Master.

1.3.4 Assistant Harbour Master

Patrick Ports Hastings may, having first-

(a) Consulted the Harbour Master engaged by that body, and

(b) Obtained the approval in writing of the Director of TSV

Authorise, in writing, a person to act as an assistant Harbour Master for the waters that have been so declared to be part of the Port.


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1.4 SHIPPING CONTROL & COMMUNICATIONS

1.4.1 Communication & Control

The Duty Harbour Master (DHM) who is authorised to exercise the functions of the Harbour Master is in charge of all of Harbour Control functions and is accountable directly to the Harbour Master.

The prime function of the DHM is to facilitate the safe, efficient movement of shipping within Port Waters, including all necessary coordination of port services, dissemination of relevant information, to ensure that a continual program of shipping movements can be affected to the advantage of all commercial shipping in an impartial manner.

Hastings Harbour Control is manned on an as required basis as directed by the Harbour Master. VHF Channel 14 is usually monitored by the DHM/Harbour Control as follows.

One hour prior to ETA at the Pilot Boarding Ground until safely berthed or at anchor.

30 minutes prior to ETD from a berth until safely anchored or departed Port Waters.

One hour prior to ETD from an anchorage until safely berthed or departed Port Waters.

A VHF listening watch is not usually maintained by Harbour Control except as listed above. However, the Harbour Control Office may be manned at the discretion of the Harbour Master. This may be, but not limited to, times of inclement weather, i.e. fog or high winds; or when critical tidal information is required by a Vessel, or when there are movements of more than one Vessel at the same time or during an emergency.

Note The DHM must be contacted by mobile telephone 0428 549 235 (Prior to 09:00 Hours & 16:00 as required See 1.53 below) for all shipping orders in relation to Pilots, Tugs, Linesmen, linesboats and any other shipping services requirements.

The DHM is contactable 24 hours a day on a mobile phone which reverts to a paging service when the phone is engaged, out of range or turned off while the DHM is on a tanker berth.

1.4.2 Communication Frequencies

Radio Telephone VHF (International Channels).

(a) Channel 14 156.700 MHz Calling and Port Working Frequency

(b) Channel 08 156.400 MHz Pilots and Tugs

(c) Channel 16 156.800 MHz Safety


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1.5 VESSEL OPERATIONS GENERALLY

1.5.1 General Requirements for Vessels

(a) All Vessels entering the Port Waters must comply with relevant International, National and State legislation/regulation/direction. All vessels using the Port must also comply with the Harbour Masters Directions and follow the practice of good seamanship.

(b) The Master and Owner of any vessel entering Western Port must comply with all of the requirements outlined in the Port Standards & Procedures and the Port Operations Handbook which include the Harbour Masters Directions. These can be downloaded from the Patrick Ports Hastings website. All users of Western Port are reminded that the breaking of any Direction made by the Harbour Master is an offence under Victorian Legislation.

(c) The Master and Owner of any vessel entering Western Port must not interfere with, come into contact with, approach or cause any damage to any Navigational Aid, or structure associated with the safe Navigation of Vessels in Western Port.

(d) No person or vessel is to interfere with the safe navigation of a vessel within Western Port and it is forbidden to approach or pass under a vessel in Western Port without the permission of the Master of that vessel.

(e) No person or vessel is allowed to pass under any of the jetties in Western Port without the permission of the Harbour Master.

(f) The Master and Owner of a Vessel within the Port must ensure that the Vessel does not come within 100 metres of any tanker terminal or Vessel at a tanker terminal unless permission is obtained by the Harbour Master to do so.

(g) The Master and Owner of a Vessel shall ensure that the speed of a Vessel is at all times commensurate with safe navigation.

(h) If a vessel berthed at Western Port becomes unberthed due to force majeure, the Master of the vessel is to ensure that the vessel is anchored a safe location as soon as practicable. After such an event, on no account is the vessel to be moved from the anchorage or brought back alongside any berth in Western Port without the permission of the Harbour Master

(i) The Master and Owner of a Vessel shall ensure that navigation within the Port is carried out in compliance with all directions given by the Harbour Master.


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1.5.2 Compliance with Provision of Handbook The Master and the Owner of the Vessel, and where applicable, the ships agent, are jointly and severally responsible for the due performance of and compliance with the requirements set out in this Handbook, the Port Standards & Procedures and compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, rules and directions applicable to Western Port.

When a Vessel is under the direction of a Pilot, the pilot is responsible for the due performance of and compliance with the provisions of this Handbook. However, the engagement of a Pilot does not relieve the Master and the Owner of the Vessel of their responsibilities. The ultimate command, and thus responsibility, for the safe navigation of a Vessel remains with the Master of the Vessel.

1.5.3 Order of Priority It is the responsibility of the DHM to optimise the programming of all movements and available services, to the best advantage of commercial shipping. Orders for ship services are finalised prior to 09:00 hours for Vessel movements between 13:00 hours and 19:00 hours on that day and prior to 16:00 hours for Vessel movements between 19:00 hours on that day and 13:00 hours the next day. The DHM has the authority to exercise discretion on these matters particularly in an emergency or in abnormal circumstances. As far as is possible in such circumstances consultation will be maintained with affected parties. Priorities for vessel movements are below.

(a) Any ship which is in an emergency situation shall have priority of movement and services over all others.

(b) In general, a ship ready to move takes priority over a ship which is not ready

(c) Any ship whose movement is governed by tidal or navigational conditions.

(d) A ship that is ready to depart or ship that is occupying a berth of another ship that has labour waiting.

(e) Inward ships have priority in order of readiness, which have been cleared by Quarantine and have labour waiting.

1.5.4 Pilotage & Exemptions The Master of a Vessel that is required to carry a Pilot when navigating within Western Port must not cause or permit the Vessel to be navigated within Port Waters unless the Vessel is under the direction of a Pilot duly licensed by Transport Safety Victoria or the Master holds a valid certificate of exemption from Pilotage issued by Transport Safety Victoria. The Master of a Vessel must, if pilot exempt, ensure a white flag is displayed where it can best be seen whilst entering or leaving Port Waters during daylight hours.

1.5.5 Use of Tugs & Line Launches While there are no criteria or prescribed requirements for the use of tugs or line launches in Western Port, it is the responsibility of Owners, Masters and Pilots, in consultation with the Harbour Master, to ensure that Vessels under their control are manoeuvred safely and to avail themselves of towage and launch services of sufficient


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capacity to manoeuvre the Vessel under prevailing conditions. Any concern or question relating to the use of tugs or line launches must be referred to the Harbour Master for direction. Adverse weather forecasts, storm surges or other exceptional circumstances may cause the Harbour Master to require a standby tug to be made available while a vessel is in port. Irrespective of circumstance, the cost of such a tug will be the responsibility of the vessel which the tug is put on standby for.

1.5.6 Assistance to be given to the DHM The Master of a Vessel which is within Port Waters must by every means consistent with the safety of the Vessel, assist the DHM in boarding or leaving the Vessel in the execution of his or her duties including the supply of information and documents regarding the status of the Vessel. No person on board the Vessel may interfere with or obstruct the DHM whilst carrying out his or her duties.

1.5.7 Quarantine Report Vessels arriving from overseas must submit a Quarantine Declaration for Vessels form to the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) prior to the Vessels arrival in Port Waters. If a Certificate of Vessel Quarantine Clearance is issued by AQIS the Vessel may proceed direct to her berth. If a Vessel has not received clearance, the Master is to inform Hastings Harbour Control of this and not enter Port Waters until clearance is obtained from Harbour Control.

If there is a death or illness on board of an unknown cause or any other reason which requires the Vessel to be quarantined, then a Non-granting of Vessel Quarantine Clearance is issued, the Vessel will proceed to quarantine anchorage and await inspection before establishing other communication and will fly the appropriate flag signal until Vessel Quarantine Clearance is obtained.

Vessels must declare if they intend to discharge ballast water into Australian waters. Written permission must be granted by AQIS (for Vessels arriving from overseas) or the EPA (for domestic trade) before discharge may commence. All Vessels discharging ballast will be subject to a ballast water verification audit and must produce logbooks on request to an Authorised Quarantine Officer. For further details on ballast water management requirements refer to Section 4.7.

1.5.8 Australian Customs Service (1) Masters are reminded that all crew leaving the Vessel in Australia must carry

valid personal identification. (2) Masters are to ensure that all Australian Customs Service documents required to

be produced to Customs have been submitted. (3) The Australian Customs Service will check a number of your certificates for

currency on behalf of other government agencies. (4) The removal of any goods from Vessels including alcohol and tobacco is

prohibited unless the goods have Customs clearance(s). This also applies to ships equipment and fittings going for repair and return in Australia, these also require prior Customs clearance(s).


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1.6 PORT ADMINISTRATION PROCEDURES

1.6.1 Appointment of Ships Agent Prior to entering Port Waters, the owner of a Vessel must, unless PPH otherwise agrees in writing, appoint an agent for the Vessel. The agent must be authorised to act on behalf of the owner in all matters relating to the Vessel while it is in Port Waters.

1.6.2 Flying National Colours The Master of a Vessel of 200 gross tons or more must ensure the Vessel flies its national colours between sunrise and sunset whilst within Port Waters.

1.6.3 Port Documentation Requirements

The following Port of Hastings documentation is required to be used in the appropriate circumstances;

Application for Channel & Berth Form

Dangerous Goods Permit Form

Notification to Convey or Handle Bulk Liquid or Bulk Dangerous Cargos Form

Notification to Convey or Handle Dangerous Substances Form

Permit to undertake Repairs to Vessel Form (which includes immobilisation requests, hull cleaning, etc.)

Tanker Declaration Form (Note that tankers must have the H2S levels their cargo compartments below 100 PPM prior to entering Western Port)

Aquatic Events Advice

This website also contains the Port Operations Handbook and the Port Standards and Procedures which must be adhered to by all Port users.

All documents mentioned on this page are available on Patrick Ports Hastings website at; www.patrick.com.au

Note: The website is updated on a regular basis. Users must check that they downloaded the latest edition each time they refer to the documentation mentioned on this page.

All applications must be lodged with the Harbour Master by email to:

[email protected]


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2.0 PORT INFORMATION

2.1 Port Management

The Port of Hastings Waters, Long Island Point, Crib Point and Stony Point Jetties are managed by Patrick Ports Hastings.

Steel Wharf Nos 1 & 2 are owned and managed by BlueScope Steel

Long Island Point Jetty is operated by Esso Australia

Crib Point Jetty is operated by United Terminals

Stony Point is operated by Patrick Ports Hastings

2.2 Channel Description

The commercial shipping channels are marked by buoys and beacons IALA SYSTEM A. Reference Charts Aus 150, Aus 151 and Aus 152.

The Western Entrance buoyed channel has a minimum width of 400 metres and a swept clearance of 14.8 metres. It is a two way traffic channel.

The main channel in the North Arm has a maintained depth of 14.2 metres and a width of 180 metres between Hanns Inlet and Crib Point Jetty swing basin (between Nos.19 and 23 buoys); and a width of 245 metres between Crib Point Jetty and Long Island Point Jetty swing basins (between Nos.25 and 29 buoys). It is a one way traffic channel.

The secondary channel in the North Arm to the East of the main channel has a least depth of 10 meters. It is marked on the East side by piles along the 10 meter contour adjacent to Middle Spit.

The swing basins at Long Island Point Jetty & Crib Point Jetty have a maintained depth of 14.2 metres with berth pockets of 15.7 metres (350 metres long 90 metres wide).

The channel north of Long Island Jetty swing basin has a maintained depth of 9.0 metres and a width of 200 metres. It leads to the swing basin off the Steel wharves which has a maintained depth of 9.0 metres. The berth pockets at both steel wharfs have depths of 12.0 metres and are 290 metres long and 30 metres wide.


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2.3 Tides and Tidal Information

The height of tide within the commercial port varies from 2.1m at neap tides to 3.4m at springs. Tidal currents of up to 3 knots may be experienced at the berths and up to 4 knots in the fairways, the ebb usually being stronger than the flood.

Chart Datum

Chart datum is the datum for soundings on the latest edition of the largest scale Australian or Admiralty Chart of a locality. This is generally based on a local determination of lowest predicted tide. There is often a different Chart Datum for each port. Chart Datum used in Victoria is at or near the Lowest Astronomical Tide (LAT). Extremes in meteorological conditions influence tidal levels and on some occasions the tide level falls below LAT, though this is infrequent.

Chart Datum is referenced to local benchmarks and they can be related to the Australian Height Datum which is based on a determination of mean sea level at a number of tide gauge stations around the coast of the Australian continent.

Weather Effects

The water level and tidal streams in Western Port are much affected by barometric pressure and by the direction and duration of the winds in the Bass Strait.

NOTE - Tidal heights may vary as much as half a metre above or below prediction and times may be as much as on hour on either side of predicted times.


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2.4 Harbour Control Hastings Harbour Control is located at Stony Point. Lat 38o22'31" S. Long 145o13'21" E. An as required radio watch is kept on VHF Channels 16 (156.80 Mhz) and 14 (156.70 Mhz) All port operations are directed through Hastings Harbour Control. Vessels underway or at anchor within the port should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channel 14 (156.70 Mhz) and 16 (156.80 Mhz) DHM/Harbour Control is contactable on mobile phone 0428 549 235 at all times. The working channel for the Pilots and Tugs during berthing operations is VHF Channel 08 (156.400 MHz)

Note - See Appendix 3 for Hastings Harbour Control Rules

2.5 Pilotage

Pilots are licensed by Transport Safety Victoria (TSV). Pilotage is compulsory for all commercial ships exceeding 35m length except those whos Master is specifically exempt from Pilotage. Pilots for Western Port are available on a 24 hour basis. ETA must be given not less than 48 hours prior to ship's arrival.

Pilot Boarding Ground

Ships will normally embark their Pilot at the outer Pilot boarding ground, in position approximate 38 32.7 S, 145 01.8 E, from a launch showing the signals and lights prescribed for a pilot launch. That is, by DAY approximately 3.5 miles 180o from West Head. By NIGHT in the white sector of McHaffie's Point Light, with Cape Schanck light bearing 295o (white).

Alternative Pilot Boarding Ground - Flinders Bight

An alternate Boarding Ground for use by ships of up to 9.75 m draught is situated east of Flinders Jetty in position approximate 37 28.3 S, 145 04.6 E. A yellow buoy showing a yellow light flashing every 4 seconds (flash 1 second, eclipse 3 seconds) marks its centre. Note: Vessels are NOT to use this alternate Pilot boarding ground unless directed by Hastings Harbour Control or the Pilot.

2.6 Naval Gunnery Range (AREAS R.312A and R.312B) A Naval Gunnery Range is situated south and west of West Head, and active 0930 to 1500 (local time) on weekdays. Area R.312B is the area used for surface gunnery practice. Vessels entering or leaving the Port should keep out of Area R.312B.


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2.7 BERTH PARTICULARS

2.7.1 Crib Point Jetty (2 berths) Approach channel has depth of 14.2m with 15.7 metres alongside at No 1 Jetty and 12.0 metres at No 2 Jetty. The berths were constructed in 1965 as the marine terminal for the former Western Port Refinery which ceased operations in 1986. No 1 Crib Point jetty continued as a crude oil loading facility until 1989 when this activity ceased. Between 1989 and 1995 the berths were not used other than for occasional shipping requiring repair and lay up facilities. During 1996 refurbishment work was completed for the import of motor spirit and white oils through No 1 Crib Point in tankers to 100,000 DWT which commenced in May 1996. No 2 Crib Point berth is decommissioned awaiting development opportunities.

Crib Point No.1 (CP1) Berth is State owned and utilised by United Australia for the discharge of motor spirit and automotive diesel to their terminal in Hastings. Discharge is through flexible hoses to a 300mm pipeline fitted with booster pump. The hose string is supported by ships gear. A shore gangway is available which rests on ships rail.

Hose Strings: 3 x 10" (10:20:40 feet) Discharge Line: 1 x 12" (300mm) Fresh Water: Not Available Bunkers: Not Available Dirty Ballast Reception: Not Available

Crib Point No.2 (CP2) (Repair Berth)

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2.7.2 Long Island Point (LIP) (1 berth)

Berth is State-owned and utilised by Esso Australia Ltd. The approach channel has a depth of 14.2 m. The swing basin has a diameter of 548m and a depth of 14.2m. There is 15.7 m alongside the berth. Berth used for export of Gippsland Crude Oil and LPG. Has accommodated ships up to 160,000 DWT (see information relating to acceptance of large tankers into Western Port). Shore gangway used.

Hose and pipeline diameters:- (All metal Chiksan arms used instead of Hoses).

Crude: 2 x 16" (400mm) 1 x 12" (300mm) diameter loading/ballast arms numbered from South:8:7:6: 2 x 30" (760mm) diameter pipelines Maximum height of manifold 16 metres Max pumping rate 7,000 TPH

LPG 5 x 12" (300mm) diameter loading/vapour arms 5:4:3:1: 1 x 20" (500mm) diameter refrigerated pipeline 1 x 12" (300mm) dia vapour pipeline Max pumping rate, refrigerated product 1400 TPH Maximum height of manifold 21 metres Max pumping rate, pressure product 45 TPH 1 x 8" (200mm) diameter loading arm for refrigerated and pressure LPG No 2 Arm is also fitted with a 4" (100mm) vapour return line

Reducers 6" (150mm), 8" (200mm), 10" (250mm) and 12" (300mm) 150/300 ASA

Loading arms connected by Esso

Fresh Water Limited quantity Available on request

Bunkers Not available

Dirty Ballast Facilities Not Available


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2.7.3 BlueScope steel Wharves (2 berths) Berths are owned by BlueScope Steel. The approach channel has depth of 9.0m. Depth

alongside both berths is 12.0m. Swing basin diameter 457m. (see chartlets Appendix 2)

Steel Wharf No.1(SW1) Ro-Ro berth. Ships up to 16,000 DWT with a starboard quarter ramp

Starboard Quarter Ramp Details (Ramp has been decommissioned) Concrete landing pad ashore appropriate for a quarter ramp of 10 metres width, 50

metres length overall and angled at approximately 31o to ship's centre line.

Stern of Vessel approximately 17 metres off ramp for stern door Vessels.

Steel Wharf No.2 (SW2) Conventional general cargo wharf 152m long, 24 to 15.6m wide. Reinforced concrete

wharf with wooden fendering. A mooring dolphin is provided 30 metres northeast.

No.2 berth is adjacent & extends in a N.E. direction from No.1 berth. Maximum size of ship up to 190 meters LOA & 50,000 DWT.

Note: Vessels wanting to berth at the BlueScope steel Wharves must get permission from BlueScope Steel to use these wharves in addition to all other Port entry requirements.

2.7.4 Stony Point Jetty (SPJ) This wharf is 190 m long and 6.5m wide. Concrete and timber construction with

wooden fendering. Depth of water alongside 2.5m at southern end and 6.0m at

northern end. (see chartlet Appendix 2) The wharf is used by Harbour service craft including two Tugs, Passenger Ferries and

small commercial Vessels up to 70m in length. Defence Maritime Services have their

RAN contracted training Vessel Seahorse Spirit based at Stony Point Jetty.


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3.0 HARBOUR MASTERS DIRECTIONS

These Harbour Masters Directions are made by Capt. Paul Shane Vedamuttu being the Licensed Harbour Master for the Port Waters of the Port of Hastings.

These directions are amended, varied and further directions made from time to time. Set out below are the Harbour Masters Directions in force as at the date of publication of this Handbook. Users of Western Port must make their own enquires as to any further amended or varied directions in force from time to time.

3.1 DEFINITIONS Berthed Vessel means a Vessel secured to a wharf, jetty or pier or to another berthed

Vessel. Channel or Fairway means that part of the body of water within the Port Waters of

Hastings of sufficient depth to be used by Vessels of Commerce for navigation that is either marked with Navigation aids or an open water area that connects with the marked channel or channel approaches.

Gas Free; a tank, compartment or container is gas free when sufficient fresh air has been introduced into it to lower the level of any flammable, toxic, or inert gas to that required for a specific purpose, eg: hot work, entry, etc. Gas freeing will be carried out to the relevant Australian and International standards and certified by a competent person.

Gross Under keel Clearance means the difference between the dynamic draught of a Vessel and the declared depth of the seabed it is traversing.

Hampered Vessel means a Vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and has the same meaning as a hampered vessel as defined in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea.

Harbour Master includes a person authorised by a Licensed Harbour Master to exercise the functions of the Harbour Master.

Licensed Harbour Master means a Harbour Master licensed by Transport Safety Victoria for the Port Waters of the Port of Hastings.

Master means a person having command or charge of a Vessel. Port Waters has the same meaning as waters in Western Port as declared under the Port

Services Act. Ship where appearing in these directions or in referenced publications shall where the

context permits have the same meaning as Vessel. Tanker means a Vessel constructed or adapted for the carriage of liquid cargos or gas in

bulk (including oil, chemicals or liquefied gas) Vessel means any kind of Vessel that is used, or capable of being used, in navigation by

water, however propelled or moved, and includes, but is not limited to; (1). A barge, lighter, floating restaurant or other floating Vessel; and (2). An air-cushion vehicle or similar craft that is used for navigation by water. (3). Aircraft capable of manoeuvring on the water, for as long as the aircraft is on the water.


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3.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

3.2.1 Applications

These directions apply to all Vessels within Western Port, other than as provided in Section 3.7

3.2.2 Compliance with other Acts, Regulations and Provisions

The Master of a Vessel shall ensure that the Vessel, while in Port Waters,

(1) Complies, insofar as they are not inconsistent with these specific directions, with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and with all rules and regulations relating to the waters of Western Port.

(2) Displays the signals prescribed under the International Code of Signals;

(3) Carries copies of and complies with:

(i) Victorian Notices to Mariners (or their equivalent) affecting Port Waters

(ii) Corrected to date charts Aus 150, Aus 151 and Aus 152 ,

(iii) Australian National Tide tables or Victorian Tide Tables; and

(iv) The Australian Pilot Vol. II (NP 14)

(v) Have access to AMSA Marine Orders 3.2.3 Seaworthiness (1) Where the Master of a Vessel becomes aware of any condition or circumstance relevant to

the seaworthiness of the Vessel that may impact upon the safe navigation of the Vessel, or any other Vessel in Port Waters, or which may in any way affect the day to day operations or environment of the Port Waters; the Master shall immediately notify the Harbour Master.

Note - Notifying the Harbour Master of unseaworthiness does not relieve the Master of his obligations under the State Marine Act and Commonwealth Navigation Act

(2) The Master of a Vessel seeking permission to enter Port Waters under the circumstances described in 3.2.3 (1) above shall give notice to the Harbour Master of the nature of the vessels deficiency as early as practicable prior to entering Port Waters and not enter Port Waters until permission is granted to do so by the Harbour Master.

(3) To ensure manoeuvrability is maintained, the Master of a Vessel, while in Western Port, shall ensure that:

(a) The Vessels propellers & rudder are immersed sufficiently to ensure control

(b) The bow is deep enough to provide adequate vision from the bridge.

(c) The Vessels anchors are unlashed and ready for letting go.


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3.2.4 VHF Listening Watch The Master of a Vessel shall ensure that at all times that a Vessel is underway or at anchor within Western Port, a listening watch is maintained on VHF Channels 14 and 16.

3.2.5 Sound Signals The Master of a Vessel shall ensure that the sound signals required by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea are adhered to, and, if appropriate for the purpose of warning another Vessel, ensure that the following sound signals are made in relation to swinging in a fairway or narrow channel:

(a) If the Vessel is proceeding up or down a fairway or channel:

(i) When the Vessel is at least 500 meters distant from the point at which it intends to swing, a warning signal consisting of four short blasts on the whistle

(ii) Immediately prior to the commencement of swinging, a repeat of the sound signals described in (a) (i) and also, after a short interval, the international signal to indicate the movement of the Vessels head or engines going astern.

(iii) Immediately prior to departing the Main Channel to the east or west the appropriate sound signal required by the Col. Regs.

(b) When the Vessel is a tug towing another Vessel not under power, the sound signals described in paragraph (a) shall be made on the tug.

(c) When the Vessel is leaving a berth to swing at a point in the fairway or channel at a distance of less than 500 metres from the berth, the sound signals described in (a) (i) shall be given immediately on letting go.

Note. Masters should keep a sharp lookout for recreational Vessels and give the appropriate warning in plenty of time

3.2.6 Incidents in Western Port The following requirements relate to Masters, Owners or Agents of Vessels that have sunk, stranded or collided within Western Port and Owners of objects that obstruct Port Waters.

(a) If a Vessel sinks or strands within Port Waters or if any object impedes the navigation or use of Port Waters, the Master, owner or agent of the Vessel and the owner of the object by which the obstruction is caused, shall immediately:

(i) Notify the Harbour Master of the position of the obstruction, and (ii) Take the necessary steps for removal of the obstruction.

(a) If a collision takes place causing damage to any Vessel, wharf or property within port waters, or if a Vessel strands or sinks within Port Waters, the Master of every Vessel involved shall immediately:

(i) Report the circumstances to the Harbour Master, and (ii) As soon as possible, confirm the report in writing to the Harbour Master. (iii)

Note - For information regarding reporting of incidents in Port Waters refer to the Emergency Management Procedures section of this Handbook.


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3.3 ANCHORING & MOORING

3.3.1 Vessels to be Properly Anchored

(1) The Master of a Vessel proceeding to anchor is required to ensure that sufficient water is available for safe anchoring at the intended anchor position and its surrounds.

(2) The Master of a Vessel at anchor shall ensure that at all times the Vessel is properly and effectively anchored.

(3) The Master of a Vessel at anchor in Port Waters shall not cause or permit the Vessel to change its position without permission from the Harbour Master

(4) If a Vessel parts from its anchor, or drags from its anchoring position, the Master of the Vessel shall immediately notify the Harbour Master of that event.

(5) The Master of a Vessel anchored in Port Waters shall ensure that:-

(a) The Vessel is anchored in a position that will permit the Vessel to swing clear of the channels and fairways;

(b) There is sufficient cable out considering the holding ground and the prevailing and forecast weather conditions;

(c) When the Vessel is brought up the Master shall advise the time and position of anchoring to Hastings Harbour Control.

(d) A listening watch is maintained on VHF Channel 14 and 16 for relevant navigation information including weather bulletins.

(e) The safety and security of the vessel is maintained at all times

(5) The Master of a Vessel at anchor in Port Waters shall not permit the immobilisation of main engines without prior permission of the Harbour Master.

3.3.2 Vessels not to Anchor in Certain Locations

(1) The Master of a Vessel shall ensure that an anchor is not dropped in a position which may endanger the safety of the Vessel or of other Vessels.

(2) The Master of a Vessel shall not cause or permit the Vessel to be anchored or lie at a distance of less than 200 metres from any wharf except for the purpose of swinging the Vessel or immediately hauling alongside that wharf.

3.3.3 Watch to be on Deck The Master, owner or agent of a Vessel within Western Port shall ensure that sufficient competent persons are on watch on the Bridge and on Deck at all times.

3.3.4 Crewing of Vessels - The Master of the Vessel in Western Port shall ensure that sufficient crew are available to man the Vessel at all times.


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3.3.5 Avoid Obstruction of Fairways or Channels

(1) Unless compelled by unavoidable circumstances, the Master of a Vessel shall not, without the permission in writing of the Harbour Master.

(a) Cause or permit the Vessel to anchor or lie in any fairway or channel.

(b) Cause or permit any cable, chain, hawser, rope or other obstruction across, (through, below or above) any fairway, or channel.

(2) Where unavoidable circumstances have compelled a Vessel to anchor or lie in any fairway or channel, the Master of the Vessel shall:

(a) Immediately notify the Harbour Master of the position of the Vessel, and

(b) As soon as possible, move the Vessel to a place where it does not interrupt or interfere with the passage of other Vessels.

(c) The Master of a Vessel shall notify the Harbour Master immediately the Vessel has cleared the fairway or channel.

3.3.6 Boats Astern of Vessels - The Master of a Vessel which is lying at anchor shall not, without prior permission of Harbour Control;

(1) Cause or permit any boat to ride astern of or be attached to the Vessel at a greater distance there from than six metres.

(2) Cause or permit any lighter or deeply-laden boat or other floating, entirely or partially submerged object likely to obstruct or damage any other Vessel to ride astern of or be attached to the Vessel.

3.3.7 Vessels to be properly moored - The Master of a Vessel berthed at a jetty must ensure that (a) The Vessel is adequately secured alongside with a mooring plan to the satisfaction of the

Harbour Master.

(b) Moorings are tended as required, keeping the lines evenly tight, thus ensuring that the Vessel remains alongside the berth and prevents undue movement of the Vessel.

(c) Mooring wires or ropes are fastened only to the proper fixtures provided for this purpose.

(d) Self tensioning winches are not used in automatic mode unless specific permission is granted by the Harbour Master.


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3.3.8 Mooring of Vessels Alongside If directed by the Harbour Master, the Master of a Vessel which is berthed at a wharf shall permit other Vessels to moor or lie alongside that Vessel and give free passage to persons and goods across and over the deck of that Vessel and to and from the wharf and any other Vessel moored or lying alongside that Vessel.

3.3.9 Removal of Vessels If directed by the Harbour Master, the Master of a Vessel shall remove the Vessel from the berth or anchorage allocated to it in accordance with the directions of the Harbour Master.

3.3.10 Use of Propellers at Wharves The Master of a berthed Vessel shall not cause or permit a propeller to be worked without the prior permission of Harbour Control and if permission is granted, the Master shall notify the Masters of Vessels at adjacent berths and the berth operator of his intention to work the propeller. He must also ensure that the Vessels moorings are of sufficient quantity and in a suitable condition for the operation, that there is no danger to boats or personnel in the vicinity and there is no danger of causing any damage due to the working of the propeller.

3.3.11 Watch to be on Deck The Master, owner or agent of a Vessel shall ensure that sufficient competent persons are at watch on deck at all times, unless suitable alternative arrangements to ensure security and safety are in place, while the Vessel is alongside a berth.

3.3.12 Crewing of Vessels The Master of the Vessel alongside a jetty shall ensure that there is sufficient crew available on board to shift the Vessel if required.

3.3.13 Passenger Vessels at Anchor

The Master of a Passenger Vessel at Anchor is required to enter into a Declaration Of Security (DOS) with the Port Security Officer (PSO) prior to entering Port. All security arrangements are determined by the DOS. The provision of any passenger screening, surveillance/monitoring will be undertaken by the Vessel. If the Master of a Vessel requires a Water side Restricted Zone enforced, the Vessel is responsible for monitoring this zone.

Note No unauthorised person is allowed onto the jetty head during mooring and unmooring operations. Western Port is subject to sudden gusty strong and gale force winds, which may or may not have been predicted. Vessels have broken out from the berth in such conditions through mooring lines being slack and/or winch brakes not being fully applied. Serious damage to terminal facilities has resulted from such incidents


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3.4 NAVIGATION WITHIN PORT WATERS

3.4.1 Traffic Control (For Hastings Harbour Control Procedure see Appendix 3)

(1) The Master of a Vessel shall not enter inwards, or depart from a berth or anchorage without prior permission from Hastings Harbour Control. A dynamic under keel clearance of 0.6 metres or 10 % of maximum draft, which ever is greater, must be maintained by all Vessels within Western Port.

(2) The Western Entrance channel from the FWB to Buoy No 13 is a two way traffic channel.

(3) The main buoyed channel in the North Arm between Buoys No 13 & 31 is a one way traffic channel. Outward bound Vessels have priority. An inbound Vessel must not proceed past the East Arm anchorage, unless asked to do so by Hastings Harbour Control, until the outbound Vessel has passed.

(4) The Secondary Channel to the East of the Main Shipping Channel in the North Arm may be used as a passing channel if required. Permission must be obtained from Hastings Harbour Control prior to using the secondary channel.

(5) Vessels must remain in the Main Channel as long as practical and indicate with the appropriate sound signals when departing the Main Channel.

(6) The channel North of Buoy 3, leading to the Steel Wharves, is a one way channel and departing Vessels have priority. Inbound Vessels should adjust their speed to pass the outbound Vessel well south of Long Island Point Jetty.

(7) Vessels proceeding to the Steel Wharves should give as wide a clearance as possible to Long Island Point Jetty and proceed at the slowest speed possible commensurate with safety when any other Vessel is lying alongside the Jetty at Long Island Point.

(8) Vessels proceeding to the Steel Wharfs must stay within the 9.0 meter channel North of Buoy no 31. Vessels that want to proceed outside the 9.0 m channel must obtain prior permission from Hastings Harbour Control.

(9) The Eastern Entrance to the Steel Wharves swing basin between buoys No.33 and No. 35 has a minimum water depth of 7 metres and is subject to strong tidal sets. Vessels using this entrance must inform Hasting Harbour Control prior to entering Port Waters.

(10) Vessels that intend proceeding North of Buoy 31with a draft of 8.5 m or over must get permission from Hastings Harbour Control prior to proceeding North of Sandy Point.

(11) Vessels with arrival or departure draughts in excess of 13.0 metres will consult with the Harbour Master prior to confirming Port entry time, which side the Vessel will be going alongside, berthing time and sailing time, at least 48 hours prior to arrival

(12) Masters of Vessels which want to pass other Vessels within Port Waters must do so only after prior agreement with the other Vessel and Hastings Harbour Control.

(13) It is the responsibility of all Vessels in Western Port to monitor the weather and ensure that the Vessels safety is monitored at all times while in Western Port.


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(14) The Master and Owner of any vessel entering Western Port must comply with all of the requirements outlined in the Port Standards & Procedures and the Port Operations Handbook which include the Harbour Masters Directions. These documents can be downloaded from the Patrick Ports Hastings website or a copy may be obtained directly from the Harbour Master. All users of Western Port are reminded that the breaking of any Direction made by the Harbour Master is an offence under Victorian Legislation.

(15) The Master and Owner of any vessel entering Western Port must not interfere with, come into contact with, approach or cause any damage to any Navigational Aid, or structure associated with the safe Navigation of Vessels in Western Port. No person or vessel is allowed to pass under any of the jetties in Western Port without the permission of the Harbour Master.

(16) No person or vessel is to interfere with the safe navigation of a vessel in Western Port and it is forbidden to approach or pass under a vessel in Western Port without the permission of the Master of that vessel.

3.4.2 Declared Depths

The declared depths in the channels are listed below. Consultation with the Harbour Master is required if the Master of a Vessel is in doubt as to her maximum allowable draught or if the Vessel requires tidal assistance to transit Port Waters. These declared depths are reduced if there is a negative tide or tides are lower than predicted.

(a) Declared depth in the Main Channel from Fairway Buoy to No. 13 Buoy

metres with no tide - 14.8 meters

(b) Declared depth in the Main Channel from No. 13 Buoy to No 31 Buoy

meters with no tide 14.2 Meters

(c) Declared depth in the main Channel between No 31 Buoy and No 35 Buoy

9.0 metres with no tide.


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3.4.3 Under keel clearance

While in Western Port, the Master of a Vessel is at no time to allow the dynamic under keel clearance of the Vessel to fall below 0.6 meters or 10% of the Vessels maximum draught, which ever is greater

Masters of Vessels transiting the channels north of Sandy Point using the maximum allowable depths above are required to reduce their Vessels speed to minimise the effects of squat.

Masters of Vessels transiting the Steel Wharves Channel using the maximum allowable depths above should keep their speed to a minimum to eliminate the effects of squat

Masters should be aware that meteorological conditions can adversely impact predicted tides by more than half a meter.

3.4.4 Vessels with drafts of 13.0 meters and over.

Vessels with draughts inwards or outwards of 13.0 metres or greater must advise the Harbour Master at least 48 hours prior to arrival in Port Waters. Conditions of entry, departure, berthing and unberthing for such vessels will be stipulated by the Harbour Master on a case by case basis.

3.4.5 Speed of Vessels in Port Waters

The Master of the Vessel shall ensure that a safe speed is maintained at all times in order to ensure the safety of his own vessel and other vessels navigating and working in the vicinity. A safe speed is also one that takes into consideration, prevailing conditions such as, but not limited to - squat, other Vessel traffic, Vessels alongside, Vessels at anchor, Vessels engaged in diving operations etc.

3.5 Approaches to Port Waters

General traffic rules:-

(1) Vessels should contact Port of Hastings Harbour Control on VHF. Channel 14 one hour prior to arrival at the Outer Pilot Boarding Ground in position approximate 38 32.7 S, 145 01.8 E (3.5 miles south of West Head) for pilot boarding instructions and/or traffic movement instructions.

(2) Vessels should not proceed to the north of the Outer Pilot Boarding Ground unless instructed by Harbour Control.

(3) An alternate Boarding Ground for use by ships of up to 9.75 m draught is situated east of Flinders Jetty in position approximate 37 28.3 S, 145 04.6 E. A yellow buoy showing a yellow light flashing every 4 seconds (flash 1 second, eclipse 3 seconds) marks its centre.

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3.6 Vessels engaged in Diving Activities

No professional, commercial, recreational or maintenance related diving activities are to be conducted within Port Waters without the prior permission of the Harbour Master.

Vessels or persons conducting diving activities in Western Port must also ensure that appropriate signals indicating that diving activities are being conducted are displayed.

The Harbour Master must be informed immediately prior to commencement of diving operations and also be informed on completion of the diving operation within Port Waters.

Diving operations must not be conducted unless the above criteria are complied with.

3.7 SMALL VESSELS

3.7.1 Navigation of small Vessels

(1) The Master of a Vessel less than 35 metres in length (other than a port working Vessel) shall ensure that the Vessel keeps out of the way of:-

(a) Vessels more than 35 metres in length (b) A tug or line boat assisting the movement, berthing or unberthing of another Vessel.

Note If in doubt the Master should assume the other Vessels length is more than 35 metres and keep out of the way

(2) The Master of a Vessel less than 35 metres in length (other than a port working Vessel) must not:-

(a) Anchor in a channel. (b) Approach within 100 metres of an oil jetty and/ or tankers berthed at oil jetties in

compliance with the waterside restricted zones declared under the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act.

(c) Navigate Port Waters while taking part in any regatta, contest or race or other event unless the Harbour Master has been advised of the event taking place.

Note. The Harbour Master requires notification of aquatic events which take place in the Port Waters. The notification of an event to the Harbour Master must be in the form Aquatic Events Notice as posted on the Patrick Website (www.patrick.com.au) Copies of this form can also be obtained by contacting Hastings Harbour Control.

(3) The Harbour Master may at any time suspend or cancel any aquatic event in Port Waters in the interest of safety or efficient commercial operations.


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4 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

4.1 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

4.1.1 Statutory Provisions and conventions

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is the statutory body having primary responsibility for the enforcement of environmental protection laws in Port Waters.

4.1.2 Ballast water

Vessels wanting to discharge ballast require EPA (Domestic trade) or AQIS (International) approval prior to arrival in the port. Only clean ballast from segregated ballast tanks is permitted to be discharged into Western Port, i.e. no ballast water from any tank capable of carrying oil is permitted to be discharged into Western Port notwithstanding the cleanliness of the tank or the previous cargoes carried in the tank.

4.2 Port of Hastings Requirements

Patrick Ports Hastings is strongly committed to the protection of the marine environment and to cooperation with the EPA. Without limiting or detracting from any wider environmental provisions or requirements, Patrick Ports Hastings requires the Master of a Vessel within Western Port to:-

(a) Comply with the requirements of POWBONS, MARPOL, State Environment Protection Policy (Victorian Waters) and all relevant legislative requirements for the protection of the environment within Western Port

(b) Comply with the requirements of Patrick Ports Hastings Safety and Environmental Plan (SEMP).

(c) Not cause or permit refuse or marine pollutant of any kind to be discharged from the Vessel into Port Waters.

(d) Not cause or permit a person to pump or discharge any oil, oily water, spirit or any flammable liquid into Port Waters or to release by venting into the atmosphere above Port Waters any noxious or hazardous fumes or gas.


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4.3 DANGEROUS GOODS

4.3.1 Containerised Dangerous Cargoes As containerised dangerous goods are not handled through the Port of Hastings on a regular basis; Masters, Owners and Agents should contact the Harbour Master for current requirements as these shipments are handled on a case by case basis.

4.3.2 Bulk Liquid Dangerous Cargoes Vessels loading or unloading bulk liquid dangerous cargoes are to comply with the procedures and requirements of all current legislative requirements.

Patrick Ports Hastings requires notification of the intention to load or discharge dangerous cargos including manifest details which must be lodged with the Harbour Master at least 48 hours prior to ships arrival. (see section 1.6.3)

4.3.3 Gas Freeing and/or Tank Washing

(a) Vessels engaged in gas freeing or tank washing whilst at berth are to comply with the requirements of the Port of Hastings and the terminal.

(b) Generally, the planning for gas freeing and or tank washing is discussed on arrival at the berth whilst undertaking the Ship/Shore Check List and Exchange of Information briefing. The timing and process of these operations are agreed with the Harbour Master and Loading Master

4.3.4 Information relating to acceptance of large Vessels into the Port of Hastings The following parameters should be used by ship charterers and agents as a guide to

determine the acceptability of tankers into the Port of Hastings.

1. Deadweight tonnage of 100,000mt

2. LOA to 300m.

3. Draught up to 13.0 m.

4. Distance from manifold centreline to waterline:

16.0m at Crib Point jetty 17.5m at Long Island Point jetty 5. Distance from manifold flange to ships side:

Minimum 1m - Maximum 5m

Note - Consultation with the Harbour Master is required prior to the acceptance of any Vessel over 100,000 Displacement or having a draught of

over 13m into Western Port.


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4.3.5 Additional requirements for ships conveying dangerous substances/oil in bulk. (1) Declaration prior to arrival

The Master of a ship capable of carrying liquid Bulk Dangerous Substances or Oil in bulk,

other than oil fuel used for the propulsion or operation of the ship, shall ensure that

Harbour Control is advised, in writing, with answers to the Tanker Declaration in Section

1.6.3 at least 48 Hours prior to arrival in port.

(2) Ship/Shore Checklist A ship/shore safety checklist (as per the latest ISGOTT Edition, as amended) is to be completed prior to commencement of operations by a representative of the Ship and

Terminal. The DHM will issue a signed Permit to Transport, Handle Dangerous Goods on

satisfactory completion of the Ship/Shore safety check list.

(3) Emergency documents The Master of the ship having on board or intending to load liquid bulk dangerous

substances shall prepare the following documents and deliver them to the DHM for

placement in the emergency document box at the jetty gate:- (a) Material Safety Data sheet for the cargoes on board or to be loaded; (b) A current crew list

(c) General arrangement plan of the ship, and (d) A cargo plan and transfer arrangements. (4) Alternative access to ship The Master shall ensure that:-

(a) The outboard accommodation ladder is turned out and rigged ready for immediate lowering;

(b) The outboard lifeboat is at the embarkation deck and is ready for immediate lowering:

Note Where it is not possible to turn out the outboard accommodation ladder a pilot ladder shall be rigged overside in its place.

(5) Anchor ready for letting go The Master shall ensure that immediately after the ship is secured at the berth the outboard

anchor is walked back clear of the hawse and is kept ready for letting go.


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(6) Towing wires (Fire Wires) The Master shall ensure that immediately after the ship has berthed, wire hawsers of

adequate strength to allow the ship to be towed from the berth are placed over the outboard

side at the fore and aft ends of the ship.

(a) Such wires shall have an eye in the outboard end, be made securely fast to the ship at the inboard end & shall be tended and adjusted to remain within 1 metre of the water level to meet changes in the draught of the ship;

(b) In order that sufficient wire can pay out to enable the tugs to tow effectively, 60 metres of slack wire or such other lengths as required by the DHM shall be retained

between bollard and fairlead; and,

(c) To prevent the slack wire from running out, it shall be stopped by a rope yarn or other easily broken means.

(7) Fire precautions (a) Ship's fire fighting appliances, including main & emergency fire pump shall be ready for immediate use as required by ISGOTT (Latest edition, as amended) and the Vessels management procedures. Pressure shall be maintained on the fire main whilst alongside.

(b) A fire hose supplied by the ship is connected between the fire hydrant nearest the gangway of the ship and a fire hydrant on the berth

Note Where the ship & berth connections are incompatible, an International Fire Connection supplied by the ship is connected to the shore hydrant.

(c) No person shall, except in an approved location:- (i) Smoke or have in his possession or under his control any matches, fire or

other means of ignition or any light other than an approved safety lamp;

(ii) Create any spark, fire or flame or use any telephone, tool, electrical apparatus or other equipment capable of creating any spark, fire or flame

(d) The Master is responsible for ensuring that shore fire fighting arrangements are understood on board.

(8) State of readiness Whilst a ship is berthed at a tanker terminal, its boilers, main engines, steering machinery and other equipment essential for manoeuvring shall be maintained in a state of readiness so as to permit the ship to move from the berth at short notice.


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(9) Weather precautions

Operations shall be stopped during severe electrical storms, periods of high wind or during

still air conditions, at the discretion or either the Harbour Master, Vessels Master, Berth

Operator or Port Operator Representative. When operations are stopped, all tank openings

and cargo valves shall be closed. All vessels Masters are required to and are responsible for

monitoring the weather at all times while within Western Port

(10) Receipt and display of port information Transfer operations shall not begin until:-

(a) The Master has signed a letter which acknowledges possession of safety requirements and of pertinent terminal and port information;

(b) Notices in the appropriate language bearing the words:

NO ADMITTANCE EXCEPT ON BUSINESS SMOKING AND NAKED LIGHTS STRICTLY PROHIBITED

have been displayed in prominent positions on board, including access to the ship;

(c) The Master or his representative has signed the Safety Check Lists with the Berth Representative certifying that all necessary valves ashore and on board are properly

set; that the agreed signals and procedures are understood and that all other matters

relating to safe operations are being carried out.

(11) Emergency telephone A telephone will be installed on board any ship berthed at the tanker terminals. STD

(Subscriber Trunk Dialling) or ISD (International) is not available from these telephones.

Note - This telephone is for emergency communications, communication with the terminal and ships husbandry use only.

(12) Ships visitors Persons other than the ship's crew and persons actually engaged in the work of loading or

unloading Dangerous Goods or Oil in Bulk shall not be allowed on any ships without the

written permission of the berth operator and the consent of the Master of such ship


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4.3.6 Ship to ship transfers (Petroleum or Liquefied Gas)

The Master of a Vessel in Western Port shall not cause or permit a ship to ship transfer to or from the Vessel unless the written permission of the Harbour Master has been obtained; and

(a) The Vessels involved in the operation must be compatible

(b) Vessels involved ensure the provision of appropriate fendering.

(c) Pre-planning to cover navigational, operational and safety aspects to be held between Representatives of the Harbour Master, Pilots and Operators of both Vessels

(d) The requirements of the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals and, the Ship to Ship Transfer Guide (Petroleum) or (Liquefied Gas) are followed

(e) The receiving tanker will be in all respects ready to load prior to the Vessels coming alongside each other.

(f) Pre-washing and/or flushing of tanks is not permitted once Vessels secured alongside each other.

(g) Satisfactory communication skills along with a competent and experienced crew.

(h) The Harbour Master may require a representative in attendance during mooring & transfer.

(i) Oil pollution, emergency management and security arrangements must be decided upon for the proposed operation

(j) A comprehensive risk assessment has been carried out and signed off on by all parties involved in the proposed operation

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4.3.7 Bunkering

Bunkering must not be carried out in Port Waters without the written permission of Hastings Harbour Control which must be obtained by Submitting the Dangerous Goods Permit form which is available on the Patrick Website. It can also be obtained from Hastings Harbour Control.

In addition, the following requirements apply prior to and during bunkering operations.

The Master or agent of a Vessel intending to take bunkers while in Port Waters shall notify Harbour Control in writing or by email. The notification shall include:

Name of Vessel

Name of berth bunkering will take place

Quantity and type of bunkers

Anticipated start date/time & anticipated finish date/time.

The Master of a Vessel must not carry out bunkering in adverse weather conditions

There has been an exchange of all relevant information between the Vessel and all parties involved in the bunkering operation.

The bunker hose(s) are of sufficient length and are in good condition and in test in accordance with the appropriate Australian standard and the test certificate(s) are available on request.

All bunker hose connections have a good seal and a tightened bolt is used in every bolt hole of the bunker hose connection flanges.

Effective communications are established between Vessel and all parties involved in the bunkering operation.

There is safe access between the barge/truck and the Vessel.

An effective deck watch is maintained.

The pumping rate has been agreed.

An emergency shut-down procedure has been agreed.

Fire fighting equipment on board & ready for immediate use.

Scuppers on barge/jetty and Vessel are closed off or sealed.

Unused cargo connections are blanked.

Unused valves are closed.


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Compliance with naked light requirements.

Provision for emergency escape.

Emergency pump stops are operational.

Window type air conditioners disconnected.

Drip trays are in place

Absorbent material is on site.

A fire hose is connected to the shore using an international shore connection.

If any of the above requirements cannot be complied with, bunkering operations must not commence or, if during the course of bunkering cease to be complied with, then bunkering must stop immediately.

(2) If a bunker spillage occurs the following actions are to be implemented immediately:

(a) Cease bunkering operations

(b) Take measures to stop or limit the spillage

(c) Notify Harbour Control

(d) Provide formal notification of a pollution incident

(3) On completion of bunkering equipment is to be disconnected and care is taken to avoid spillage.

(4) Harbour Control is to be advised promptly of commencement and completion times.

The Harbour Master may monitor pollution prevention requirements at any time.


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4.4 Entry into confined spaces/cargo tanks

When personnel are required to enter a cargo tank or other confined space that has previously held a bulk dangerous cargo or where the condition of the atmosphere is not known, the following procedures shall apply: -

(1) Where a member of the ships crew is required to enter a cargo tank or confined space, the entry procedure must be fully documented with the ships own operating procedures & in accordance with guidelines such as in the latest edition of ISGOTT.

(2) Where a person other than a member of the ships crew is required to enter a cargo tank or confined space, an independent chemist must issue a gas free certificate for the particular cargo tank or confined space, approving it Safe for Entry.

4.5 Hot work on ships

Hot work in the Port of Hastings requires a permit to be issued by Harbour Control. If any Vessel Works involves Hot Work then the Owner and Master of Vessel must ensure that any Hot Work done with the assistance of a person who is not a member of the Vessel's crew is not commenced without a gas free certificate being issued by an industrial chemist or another suitably qualified person stating that the area is "Safe for Hot Work".

4.5.1 At Anchor

(1) Hot work on board that involves ships crew only must be fully documented and conducted in accordance with well established guidelines such as in the latest edition of ISGOTT and the ships own operating procedures.

(2) Where a person other than a member of the ships crew is required to be involved in any way with the hot work, an independent chemist must issue a gas free certificate approving the area Safe for Hot Work.

(3) If the work is to be carried out in a confined space the requirements for entry into a confined space or cargo tank also apply.

4.5.2 Hot work at berth Hot work must not take place on board a Vessel at a berth without the permission of the Berth Operator and the Harbour Master. A Permit must be issued


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4.6 HULL CLEANING

4.6.1 Background

In recent years much attention had been focused on the introduction of exotic marine organisms via ships ballast. Another way of transporting exotic marine organisms is via a ships hull.

To minimise the risk of further exotic organisms establishing in Victorian waters, the following Code of Practice for Hull Cleaning has been established in consultation with the Environment Protection Authority and Australian Quarantine Inspection Service.

Application

(1) These requirements shall apply in Western Port.

(2) These requirements are to be used in conjunction with any relevant EPA requirements.

4.6.2 Code of Practice for Hull Cleaning

(1) No part of a Vessels hull is to be cleaned without obtaining written permission from the Harbour Master.

(2) In-water hull cleaning or polishing of ships propellers is prohibited, except under exceptional circumstances and prior written permission must be obtained from the Harbour Master.

(3) The cleaning of sea chests, sea suction grids and other hull apertures may be permitted provided that any debris removed (including encrustation, barnacles, and weeds) is not allowed to pass into the water column or fall to the sea bed and subject to any other conditions attached to the permit. An application seeking permission to carry out this work must be lodged with the Harbour Master at least five (5) working days prior to commencement of the anticipated start date. Such application will detail how encrustations, barnacles and other debris will be contained and or collected for disposal as well as the method of disposal.


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4.7 WASTE DISCHARGES & GARBAGE

4.7.1 General Prohibition

(1) Discharge into Port Waters or upon any wharf pier or jetty of ships refuse, rubbish, offensive liquid or other waste matter is prohibited.

(2) Sewage must be retained on board unless disposed of in compliance with EPA requirements. Sewage collection is available.

(3) Garbage collection is available, arranged through agent

(4) Prescribed wastes may only be disposed of in accordance with EPA Regulations

4.7.2 Collection Procedures

(1) Containers used for the collection of ships garbage and discharge ashore must be in sound condition, i.e., containers must not be perforated to allow drainage of liquids onto either the wharf or spring-fendering.

(2) Tail ropes when in use should be affixed in a manner, which does not require perforation of the drum type container.

(3) In order to avoid inadvertent contamination of the wharves or Port Waters garbage containers should be placed inboard and in a position on deck where facilities are available for discharge from the ship to the refuse removal vehicle.

(4) It is the responsibility of the ship to deliver garbage to the refuse removal vehicle.

(5) Garbage containers must be discharged only at the time when a refuse removal vehicle is in attendance.

(6) Attention is drawn to the Quarantine requirement that all ships garbage containers are to be covered with a well fitting lid.

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